Community G248, G268 User And Maintenance Manual

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G248 Changing Table

G268 Changing Table with Steps

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Recommended Use

The Community Playthings Changing Table is
a safe place to use for changing the diapers of
children up to 3 years of age. The padded pan
is easy to clean and provides a comfortable
surface for the child. The steps (optional) can be
lowered and held down with your foot while
you help the child climb on to the table. When
you remove your foot, the steps automati­cally fold away for safety. For maximum space

efficiency, a tilt-out hamper and bin are located
behind the steps. This makes soiled diapers
inaccessible to children. The bin, as well as the
entire hamper, can be removed for cleaning.
The adjustable shelves provide storage space
for wipes, diapers or other items. The casters
on the toe-trim can be engaged for mobility.

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

United States

PO Box 2

Ulster Park, NY 12487

Office hours: 9-5 EST

Phone [phone]

Fax [phone]

[phone]

communityplaythings.com

[e-mail]

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Changing Table

WARNING

This product is intended for use by children of

immature judgment and therefore supervision is
required at all times.

Keep at least one hand on child at all times

during changing to prevent accidental falls.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the
American Public Health Association in their joint
guideline statement, “Caring for Our Children”,
published 2002, state that safety straps shall
not be used. However, some state licensing may
require the use of a safety strap. The safety of
the child and conformance with local regulations
are the responsibility of the care-giver.

Changing Table with Steps

CAUTION

For indoor use only. The Changing Table is not

waterproof.

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G248 Changing Table
G268 Changing Table

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Assembly

Your Changing Table will come in 2 parts consisting
of a cabinet and a hamper. The adjustable shelves
are packaged separately inside the cabinet.

If your shipment is incomplete, please contact
Customer Service.

CAUTION

Make sure the adjustable shelves are sitting

securely on the supports.

To install the hamper (or hamper with
steps):

1. Remove wastebasket.
Note: It is recommended that two people install the

hamper. (Figure A)

3. Swing the bottom in so that the metal plate is
positioned just inside the plastic lip .

To check for proper function, lift the “Hamper” latch
and close the unit carefully. Latching will be easy if
the unit is correctly installed.

To remove the Hamper:

1. Open the hamper to normal position.

2. Press down on the black handle above the waste­basket to open it fully.

3. Lift the hamper straight up and swing the
bottom out.

Operation

A tilt-out hamper (with or without steps) comes
with every Changing Table. To discard the soiled
diaper, lift up “Hamper” latch and pull out. Place
diaper in a plastic bag (not provided) in the bin. Close
hamper, making sure it latches. To empty the diaper
bin see “To remove Bin” instruction label inside
hamper.

The tilt-out hamper can also be removed completely
to clean inside the cabinet. To do this, first make sure
the hamper is fully extended, remove the bin, then
lift the hamper straight up and swing the bottom
out.

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

United States

PO Box 2

Ulster Park, NY 12487

Office hours: 9-5 EST

Phone [phone]

Fax [phone]

[phone]

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[e-mail]

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Figure A

2. Tilt the top of the hamper forward, then position
the back panel of the hamper directly behind–
and against–the steel bracket . (Figure B)

Figure B

Steps (optional) provide a way for larger children
to be changed. To lower the steps, lift up “Steps”
latch and pull steps down. Stand on floor pad to
hold steps down as you guide the child on to the
changing table. For safety, remove foot from floor
pad while changing child; the steps will automatically
retract. When the child is ready to come down, lower
and secure the steps, then assist child.

CAUTION

Make sure children are not in the area when the

steps are being lowered or raised. A child on the
floor could get pinched in the step mechanism.

The wheels on the unit must be disengaged

before the steps are used. (See mobility section.)
Damage to the steps could be caused if the
steps are used when the wheels are engaged.

Load on the steps should not exceed 100

pounds.

WARNING

Children must be assisted up the steps and onto

the changing table.

Steps must always retract when the child is on

the changing table. In no way should the teacher
cause the steps to remain down unassisted.

If steps do not automatically retract, discontinue

use and contact Customer Service.

The gas shock should be replaced every five

years as it loses pressure over time and with use.

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G268 Changing Table

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Mobility

The mobility feature can be engaged and disengaged
using the following procedure:

1. With one person at each end, tip the unit slightly
forward or back. This allows the toe trim to pivot.

2. While one person holds the item in the tipped
position, the other rotates the toe trim by pulling
or pushing on one of the hand-holds at either end
of the toe trim to engage or disengage the wheels.
(Figure C)

Figure C

3. Tip the unit slightly to the other side and repeat
the procedure with the other toe trim.

Note: To prevent objects from falling off shelves, tip
unit back and engage the front wheels first. When
disengaging wheels, tip unit forward, and release
rear wheels first.

CAUTION

When engaging or disengaging the wheel

system, always use two people. Failure to do
this could cause back strain or pinching of your
hands.

Always use the hand-holds provided at each end

of the toe trim.

Accessories

The G28 WALL-MOUNTED SHELF is designed to be
used with the Changing Table. It offers shelf space
with separate compartments for the babies’ diapers
and other accessories, and can be mounted within
easy reach of the changing table.

The G238 ACCESSORY SHELF can be mounted on
the cabinet at either end.

The G239 CHANGING TABLE DIVIDER is designed
to be mounted on the back of cabinet. The clear
plastic divider provides a physical barrier while still
offering visibility of the room.

The G237 CHANGING TABLE STORAGE is a lockable
shelving unit intended for the storage of detergents
and other materials associated with the diaper
changing area.

WARNING

Accessory Shelf should not be used to store

cleaning agents. Children may be able to reach
them.

Maintenance

Periodically inspect for cracks, breaks, loose parts,
missing parts, and/or malfunctions. Remove the
product from service when any condition develops
that might make operation unsafe.

Occasionally use a light oil on the moving metal parts
of the step assembly. Do not oil the plastic parts.

Over time the gas spring that lifts the steps will lose
pressure. This could cause failure of the steps to close
and latch. If this happens, call Customer Service for a
replacement.

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

United States

PO Box 2

Ulster Park, NY 12487

Office hours: 9-5 EST

Phone [phone]

Fax [phone]

[phone]

communityplaythings.com

[e-mail]

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WARNING

When moving the Changing Table, always push

from an end.

Never move with children nearby.

Always disengage wheels after moving.

The doors have a child proof lock to allow for storage
of items that should be inaccessible to children. The
lock is operated by turning the latch 90°. A plastic
key is provided for this, although any key, coin, or
similar object will work as well.

Child proof lock on Changing Table doors

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Cleaning

Wood Surfaces may be cleaned with soap or mild
detergent and water. However, too much water will
harm the finish. Do not use solvent cleaners on any
parts of your Changing Table.

Padded Pan: Clean the changing surface with a mild
detergent and water. Disinfecting: We recommend
hydrogen peroxide disinfectants. Examples: Accel
TB, Envirox 118. A 10% bleach solution may also be
used. Follow manufacturer’s instructions. DO NOT
USE: Alcohol, pine oil, or iodine based products. DO
NOT use abrasive cleaning pads as this may damage
the surface.

Steps and Hamper should be wiped periodically to
remove dirt or sand which may prevent the proper
functioning of the moving parts. The latches and
hinge points must be kept clean.

Fabric: Spot wash with lukewarm water and a mild
detergent. Air dry. Machine wash in cold water and
a mild detergent. Air dry.

Construction

The wooden components are manufactured from
solid maple and hardwood plywood, finished with
a clear nontoxic finish. All edges and corners are
rounded for safety and ease of cleaning.

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

United States

PO Box 2

Ulster Park, NY 12487

Office hours: 9-5 EST

Phone [phone]

Fax [phone]

[phone]

communityplaythings.com

[e-mail]

The steps are tested for over 150,000 cycles of active
use.

The metal treads are finished with anti-slip paint.

The padded pan contains no latex or polyvinyl
chloride (PVC).

User Modifications

We are not responsible for modifications made by
customers to our products in the field, without our
supervision, testing or evaluation.

Recycling

The foam pads used in packaging this product are
reusable/recyclable. If you would like to help us pre­serve the environment, dispose of them appropriately
or return them to Community Playthings, US Rte. 40,
Farmington PA 15437.

Ordering Parts

To order replacement parts, contact Customer Ser­vice with a description of the part(s) needed and the
serial number of the product.

Use only replacement parts supplied by
Community Playthings.

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